NTV Swahili news anchor Fridah Mwaka has addressed reports claiming that she had left the station. The rumours started after she delivered an emotional farewell message during an NTV Wikendi bulletin, leaving many viewers worried that she was quitting her job.
Some viewers believed the message was Fridah’s final appearance on the programme. Her emotional words caused concern among her fans, who had become used to watching her present the weekend news alongside her long-time co-anchor, Lofty Matambo.
However, Fridah has now explained the situation and assured her supporters that she has not resigned from NTV. She said that she is only away from the station because she is on official leave. According to the journalist, her absence is temporary and she plans to return soon.
Fridah’s clarification came after many people began asking questions about her future at the station. Social media users shared the farewell message and discussed whether she had decided to move on to another media company or pursue a different career.
The anchor used the opportunity to calm her fans and clear up the confusion. She assured them that her relationship with NTV remains intact and that there is no reason for them to believe that she has permanently left the station.
While Fridah is away, Lofty Matambo will continue hosting NTV Wikendi alone. The two journalists have worked together for a long time and have built a strong connection with their viewers.
Their partnership has made the programme popular among people who enjoy watching news and other weekend content in Swahili.
Lofty’s continued presence will help ensure that NTV Wikendi remains on air as usual until Fridah returns. Viewers will therefore continue seeing him present the programme during Fridah’s period of leave.